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From thefifthmookie via the comments: What does the new age of superstar control of where they play mean to smaller markets like the Kings? With players now forcing trades with multiple years left on their deals, what kind of impact will that have for championship aspirations for smaller market franchises?
Tim: Simply put, the Kings must establish a winning culture before the shininess of team loyalty wears thin for the young core. Players rarely demand trade from teams that make regular appearances in the postseason, and reaching that status is the only foolproof plan against preventing trade demands in the future.